ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS
ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS
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ISBN: 9781337705011
Author: MOAVENI
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Find the heat loss through the ceiling.

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calculate the heat loss through the ceiling, if the R-19 insulation batt is replaced by R-40 fiberglass insulation.
Assume an inside room temperature of 70°F and an attic air temperature of 15°F, with an exposed area of 885 ft2. Calculate the heat loss (in Btu/h) through the ceiling if the R-19 insulation batt is replaced by R-35 fiberglass insulation.
Parker County Community College (PCCC) is trying to determine whether to use no insulation or to use insulation that is either 1 inch thick or 2 inches thick on its steam pipes. The heat loss from the pipes without insulation is expected to cost $1.50 per year per foot of pipe. A 1-inch thick insulated covering will eliminate 89% of the loss and will cost $0.40 per foot. A 2-inch thick insulated covering will eliminate 92% of the loss and will cost $0.85 per foot. PCCC Physical Plant Services estimates that there are 250,000 feet of steam pipe on campus. The PCCC Accounting Office requires a 10%/year return to justify capital expenditures. The insulation has a life expectancy of 10 years. Determine which insulation (if any) should be purchased using a ranking future worth analysis.

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